State of the Second
Gun Owners of America"State of the Second isn’t your typical 2A podcast—it’s a backstage pass into the firearms industry. Hosted by Kailey Nieman and John Fahrner, we sit down with the real people behind the brands, builds, and big ideas shaping the gun world. From shop owners to social media legends, each episode dives into how they got started, what keeps them going, and what it really takes to make it in the firear... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 100 | Founded | 3 years ago |
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This week, John and Kailey sit down with John McClain from Rock Island Armory to break down the INSANE recoil system behind the Rock Island 5.0, the future of the 22 TCM round, and what really goes into developing firearms from concept to production.... more
This week John sits down with Roy Harrell, the man who stood behind the camera during the rise of Paul Harrell’s iconic YouTube channel and now carries the torch forward.
Roy shares the story of how he and his brother built one of the most respected... more
This week John sits down with Anna Taylor, founder and CEO of Dean Adams, to talk about reinventing concealed carry for women. They dive into her journey from stay-at-home mom to firearms entrepreneur, the evolution of women-focused carry solutions, ... more
This week, John and Kailey sit down with Joe Farewell, former law enforcement officer, SWAT sniper team leader, competitive shooter, and Team USA gold medalist at the IPSC Rifle World Shoot.
Joe breaks down what it really takes to compete at the hig... more
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State of the second is one of the most well-informed gun rights podcasts. The hosts know what they are talking about and tell it like it is.
Apple Podcasts5Diller Farmz
United States4 months ago - I enjoy it
Sometimes not being a professional is a good thing. Interviews are more like conversations than a sit down talk. Makes for better listening, as well
Apple Podcasts5WP SMITHUnited States2 years ago - Awesome podcast and even more awesome 2A podcast
This is my favorite 2A podcast after trying almost all of them. This one quickly rose to the top. Content, conversations and context are all awesome. Thank you for all you do for the 2A.
Apple Podcasts5AbeRomanoUnited States2 years ago - Informative and entertaining!
I already followed GOA and supported them. But I’ve learned so much more about litigation, the industry, self defense, and the second amendment as a whole since the introduction of this podcast. I’ve enjoyed every episode, I’ve been introduced to wonderful companies in the firearms industry, and I’ve learned learned a lot about domestic abuse from the newest episode at this time with Kerry from we the female, someone I already followed and admired. I’m always anticipating the next episode. 10 ou... more
Apple Podcasts5qte_contraryUnited States3 years ago
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A backstage-pass look into the firearms industry, featuring deep-dive conversations with brand founders, instructors, and industry insiders. Across episodes, listeners hear how companies design and market innovative gun-related products, navigate regulation, and build communities around 2A advocacy. Topics frequently center on entrepreneurship in a heavily regulated space, practical training and safety, women's participation in shooting sports, storytelling and marketing in the gun world, and the evolving media and event landscape that shapes brand growth. Notable through-lines include education over sensationalism, community-driven outreach, and sponsorship ecosystems that tie brands to broader advocacy efforts and industry events.
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State of the Second launched 3 years ago and published 100 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.
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1. Dianna Muller
2. Ryan Spadfore
3. Tampkin Collins
4. Johnny Q
5. Tamkin Collins
6. Clint Smith
7. Scott Melton
8. Ben Stacy
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